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21 COVID-19 deaths in B.C; 522 new cases
The second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic continues in B.C. with 21 deaths and 522…
Some Central Okanagan parents worried about COVID-19 exposure notification delays in schools
Parents at several Central Okanagan schools are concerned about the amount of time taken for…
Testing gaps add to COVID-19 risks in B.C. long-term care homes: study
COVID-19 cases in care homes with even the most stringent screening policies are going undetected,…
Two Big White Ski Resort employees test positive for COVID-19
Two staff members at Big White Ski Resort have tested positive for COVID-19 prompting Interior…
Interior Health declares Revelstoke COVID-19 community cluster contained
Interior Health says the Revelstoke COVID-19 community cluster is now contained. The community cluster in Revelstoke…
Revelstoke RCMP arrest woman who refused to wear mask in restaurant
RCMP have arrested a 43-year-old woman for refusing to wear a mask in a Revelstoke…
‘GOING COVID’: Why more Okanagan couples are seeking counsellors, mediation, divorce
The pandemic may be taking a toll on relationships as some couples counsellors, divorce lawyers,…
COVID-19 issues causing more teacher shortages in Central Okanagan schools than usual flu season
Staffing shortages at Central Okanagan schools are standard this time of year as flu and…
Even in a pandemic Okanagan businesses struggle to find staff
Vernon salon owner and stylist Katie Matheson says every single business owner who sits in…
‘It’s just about being kind’: North Okanagan senior gets haircut from the passenger’s seat
She may have been rather cramped, but when North Okanagan hairdresser Jesse Blades heard one…
Fraser Health’s second wave of COVID-19 is still cresting over the rest of B.C.
With B.C.’s COVID-19 case counts continuing to rise, Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry went…
Sparkling Hill resort closed following staff COVID-19 case
Sparkling Hill Resort is closing for 10 days after a member of staff tested positive…
Lack of cash forcing Vernon’s O’Keefe Ranch to close early
Due to its dire financial situation, the Historic O'Keefe Ranch, a popular North Okanagan tourist…
Sun Peaks Resort staff member tests positive for COVID-19
Sun Peaks Resort has a confirmed case of COVID-19 with one of their staff members.…
Kamloops fixture Barb’s Used Book and Music Sale to return with pandemic protocols
If you’re a book worm in Kamloops, you likely know and love Barb's Used Books…